ACCELERATING THE
CLEAN TRANSITION
gener8tor runs several programs focused on investing in and supporting startups at the forefront of our climate and environmental crises.
A Model Proven to Accelerate Your Startup
Our programs deliver comprehensive support to accelerate your success. We combine sector-specific acceleration with flexible investment options, backed by hands-on commercialization support. We work directly with founders to refine business models, identify customer opportunities, and accelerate time to market. We connect founders directly to pilot opportunities and strategic partners through our extensive network, while giving access to a national community of climate tech innovators and investors. This isn’t just an accelerator program – it’s a partnership to help build category-defining climate tech companies.
Deep Sector Expertise
Across energy, transport, industry, agriculture, and the built environment
Strategic Programs
Aligned with regional strengths and resources
Focused Support
Combining capital, commercialization expertise, and connections
National Network
Corporate partners, technical experts, mentors and investors
OUR PROGRAMS
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Cox Cleantech Accelerator
Industry-agonostic program in partnership with Cox Enterprises supports early-stage climate technology companies.
Terms: $100K investment directly into the current round (if raising) or uncapped convertible bridge note to be converted into the next round (if not currently raising)
Location: In-person in Atlanta, GA
Application Deadline: TBA
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U.S. Venture Sustainability Accelerator
Program in partnership with U.S. Venture supports early-stage sustainability and mobility companies.
Terms: $100K investment directly into the current round (if raising) or uncapped convertible bridge note to be converted into the next round (if not currently raising)
Location: Hybrid program based in Appleton, WI
Application Deadline: TBA
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Great Lakes Innovation Accelerator
This program is for startups building cutting-edge water technology that can help preserve and protect the Great Lakes region.
Terms: $100K in Non-Dilutive Funding
Location: In-person in Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: January 27th, 2025
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CO.LAB Sustainable Mobility Accelerator
Program in partnership with CO.LAB supports startups at the forefront of sustainable mobility.
Terms: $20K directly into your current round with an additional $100K potential
Location: Hybrid program based in Chattanooga, TN
Application Deadline: January 27th, 2025
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BEAM Circular Accelerator
Program in partnership with Beam Circular supports bioeconomy startups with capital, coaching, and connections. Program supports bioeconomy startups with capital, coaching, and connections.
Terms: $30K of non-dilutive funding from BEAM Circular with potential for an additional $100K of equity investment
Location: Hybrid program based in North San Joaquin Valley, CA
Application Deadline: November 17th, 2024
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M-SPIRE Sustainable Plastics Accelerator
Program supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation through the M-SPIRE NSF Engines.
Terms: TBD
Location: Hybrid program based in Minneapolis, MN
Application Deadline: TBA
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Carbon Removal Accelerator
Program for early-stage carbon capture technologies and carbon dioxide removal (CDR) systems.
Terms: Up to $100K investment
Location: Hybrid program based in Chicago, IL
Application Deadline: TBA
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Illinois AgTech Accelerator
Designed for high-growth agricultural and food technology companies.
Terms: $100K investment directly into the current round (if raising) or uncapped convertible bridge note to be converted into the next round (if not currently raising)
Location: Hybrid program based in Champaign, IL
Application Deadline: TBA
Our Sustainability Portfolio
Founder Testimonials
Some of Our Mentors
The gener8tor Sustainability Team
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Andrew Schmitz
Managing Director, U.S. Venture Sustainability Accelerator
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Dexter Artienda
Director,
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Donna Ehart
Managing Director, CO.LAB Sustainable Mobility Accelerator
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Emma Snyder
Program Manager, U.S. Venture Sustainability Accelerator
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Hannah Turner
Program Director,
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Hua Wang
Managing Director,
Electrify Nevada Accelerator, Las Vegas -
Jack Marck
Managing Director, BEAM Circular Accelerator
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Jessica Halsey
Managing Director,
Electrify Nevada Accelerator, Reno -
Miguel Granier
Managing Director,
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Ryan Jeffery
Senior Managing Director, Sustainability
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Soham Dalal
Managing Director, Carbon Removal Accelerator
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